🌱 Mountain Brook Preps For World Games + New Birmingham Police Chief

Hey, Mountain Brook! It's me, Dashiell Allen, your host of the Mountain Brook Daily. Come along for everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

First, today's weather:

A couple of thunderstorms. High: 88 Low: 72.

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Here are the top four stories today in Mountain Brook:

1. Mayor Stewart Welch's latest "Mayor's Minutes" focus on Mountain Brook's efforts to prepare for the World Games–as well as what you can expect when they start. The city is working with the Chamber of Commerce to develop a “Welcome to Our City” campaign, including extensive use of social media. (Village Living)
2. Meet Birmingham Police Chief Scott Thurmond, a 24-year veteran of the force, who is hoping to increase recruitment efforts and encourages his officers to engage with the communities they serve. Birmingham Police recently received a five percent pay increase. (WVTM 13)
3. After graduating from Mountain Brook High School in 2017, Adam Thomas went on to study music in college. A trombone player, he's now studying for a master's at the Royal College of Music in London. (Village Living)
4. The City of Mountain Brook meeting schedule for the month of July is now live. The City Council is meeting on July 11 and 25. July 24 is the last day to establish residency to vote in the August municipal elections. (City of Mountain Brook)

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This weekend in Mountain Brook:

• "Thunder on the Mountain" fireworks display – Monday (9 p.m.)
• Here's a comprehensive list of the different July 4th events and fireworks displays across Alabama (AL.com)

From my notebook:

• Beginning on July 5, the access from I-459 to Oakdale Drive at Mountain Brook High School will be closed for 10 days. (Twitter)
• Here's a video update of the construction work taking place at Crestline Elementary School. (Twitter)
• O'Neal Library is holding an audiobook bingo challenge - listen to three books for the chance to receive some 'village gold.' (Instagram)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. I'll see you soon!

— Dashiell Allen

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